S17E9 - Don't Be That Guy

Don't be that guy" is a common phrase used to caution someone against acting obnoxious, inconsiderate, or socially inappropriate. It means you should avoid being the person who ruins the mood, causes a major inconvenience for everyone else, or acts in a way that is universally frowned upon.Depending on the context, "that guy" usually refers to:

The Know-It-All: The person who interrupts a conversation to correct a minor mistake or pedantically argue a trivial point.

The Party Ruiner: Someone who gets way too drunk, starts unprompted arguments, or makes everyone else feel uncomfortable with inappropriate jokes.

The Inconsiderate Guest: The person who monopolizes the conversation, doesn't clean up after themselves, or takes the last slice of pizza without asking.

Real-Life Scenarios: How to Avoid Being "That Guy"

• Public Transit & Commuting
• Let passengers exit: Stand aside before boarding trains or elevators.
• Keep bags down: Place backpacks on the floor when crowded.
• Mute your tech: Always wear headphones for music or videos.
• Move inside: Do not block the doors or aisleways.Restaurants & Dining Out
• Decide promptly: Do not stall lines during busy rushes.
• Stack your plates: Help the server by clearing the table space.
• Split bills cleanly: Calculate your exact share including tip.
• Keep volume down: Do not yell across the dining room.
• Movie Theaters & Shows Dim your screen: Keep your phone inside your pocket.
• Whisper sparingly: Save full commentary for after the credits.
• Arrive early: Do not force people to move mid-show.
• Chew quietly: Avoid loud snacking during quiet cinematic moments.
• Apartment & Shared Living 
• Mind the clock: Run noisy laundry machines during daytime hours.
• Replace the roll: Put new toilet paper on the holder.
• Take out trash: Do not compact bins to avoid emptying them.
• Warn your neighbors: Give advance notice before hosting a gathering.

This week we would like to highlight Judson Center if you would like to learn more or donate click the link below. https://judsoncenter.org/blog/we-have-to-flip-the-script-on-men-and-mental-health/

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